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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Thoracic Outlet Syndrome/Brachial Plexopathy. In Memory Of DeAnne Marie. |
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Hello everyone
Today is 4 months post op for my right cervical rib removal and first day back at work...actually the doc left in the cervical rib and removed a fibrous band instead. Immediately post op I had most of my right arm and chest numb. The arm regained feeling within a couple weeks but the chest is taking much longer (1 cm per month)...so in 6 more months is should be all gone. It's been difficult getting any relief from the paresthesia in my chest - this would be the worst part of the surgery itself and way better than full TOS. I wasn't able to return to work for 16 weeks instead of 8 due to the intense paresthesia but also the limited range of motion in the neck (mobility has greatly improved after only 6 physio treatments) My right arm is so much better than it was pre-op. Pre-op my right arm was mostly at a 10 or 9 pain level constantly- now I'd say 0 or 1 - only a couple of sharp shooting pains in 4 months and almost no tingling...what a difference from the left arm that hasn't had the operation! I do get some muscle tiredness though - from being able to have my arm above my side and doing my own gardening, laundry...I'm starting to remember what life was before TOS and the muscle tiredness will pass. ![]() The surgery was the best thing I could have done - wished I did it earlier! The pain immediately post op was manageable but wasn't the easiest - thankfully it didn't last that long. The scar across my collar bone is starting to be less and less visible - make up helps too. I still have need the same surgery on my left side in Novemeber . I need to have 20 weeks between returning to work and the next surgery to recieve wages while on medical leave or I would have it done next month. I don't know if the doc will actually remove the cervical rib on the left side or leave it in as in the right - depends on what he and his team see during the actual operation. I wanted to add my success story to let others know that there are ppl that find relief from TOS- whether partial or full, but either is a great improvement from living with the constant pain, meds and dealing with their affect on our lives. I admit I was doubtful going into the procedure - especially after reading several threads of those who did not have success with surgery. I did have faith in and trusted my throacic surgeon and his team though - Dr Sean McFadden, Calgary Canada. I hope and pray that everyone living with TOS finds relief and can return to a normal life. ![]() Best of Luck to all Michelle |
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